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SubscribeExtreme Heat Alert Extended Until Sunday
The hot, hazy and humid weather is going to linger in the Middlesex-London area for the next few days, prompting an extension to the region’s current heat alert.
This Week's Return of Hot, Hazy and Humid Weather Prompts Fourth Heat Alert
Another round of very hot, hazy and humid weather is on its way to the Middlesex-London region.
Public Advised Not To Play In Water Or Consume Fish From Pottersburg Creek
Water samples taken by the Ministry of the Environment from Pottersburg Creek in the Oxford Street and Industrial Road area have been found to contain a toxin found in blue-green algae that can pose a risk to wildlife and human health.
Crow Found in Old South Tests Positive for West Nile Virus
A dead crow found in an Old South neighbourhood has tested positive for West Nile Virus.
Heat Alert Ends as Humidex Advisory Lifted
The Heat Alert issued by the Medical Officer of Health on Wednesday, June 27th has been terminated.
High Humidy and Summer Heat Combine for Middlesex-London's Third Heat Alert
Environment Canada’s Humidex Advisory and a forecast calling for a high of 34º Celsius have prompted the Middlesex-London Health Unit to issue the third Extreme Heat Alert of the year.
Safe Body Art Campaign Timely as Health Unit Warns Against Home-Based Tattoos
While the choice to get a tattoo is a personal one, anyone considering body art must ensure their health and safety aren’t at risk when they get inked.
Health Unit Lifts Heat Alert as this Week's Heat Wave Ends
The Heat Alert issued by the Medical Officer of Health on Monday, June 18th has been terminated.
Forecast Prompts Year’s Second Heat Alert for Middlesex-London
With a local forecast calling for three days of sweltering heat and the potential for high humidity, the Middlesex-London Health Unit has issued the region’s second Extreme Heat Alert of the year.
One Life Crew Calls for Changes to Ontario Film Ratings
Smoking in movies is a serious public health issue. The evidence is clear, the more youth see smoking in movies, the more likely they are to start smoking.